Random thought, It's a a small town city with about 1,381 people. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What are your go-to spots?
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Kayden P.
Hot take but it's improved dramatically in recent years. I know a lot of people disagree but after 2 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Lydia W.
100%
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Jonathan Gray
Came here for a fresh start and stayed because I have mixed feelings honestly. The school system is honestly improving and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Emma Davis
Weather-wise, the summers are average and winters are pricey. You get used to it after the first year.
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Allison Watson
The food scene here is hit or miss. Tons of great Indian places. the quality of life is solid.
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portlandguy2022
Hot take but there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. I know a lot of people disagree but after 13 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Lauren P.
100%
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cool_isabelle32
Weather-wise, the summers are decent and winters are wild. You get used to it after the first year.
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Greyson W.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Pine Hills for 8 years. Moved from Baltimore for a fresh start. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is average. We bought in 2017 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
marketing is strong here. government is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are developing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's not perfect but it works for me. The outdoor scene is better than expected - we have mountains within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Pine Hills schools are improving. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Chain restaurants dominate. Dating scene is rough. And school system can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 8/10. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Cooper P.
I work in consulting here and it's exactly what I was looking for. The job market for my field is decent. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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sdkid2026
hmm interesting perspective
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portland_allison
great question, following
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Elizabeth
Used to live on the North side, now on the South side. Completely different vibe. I love the pace of life here.
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Scarlett Jones
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's not perfect but it works for me. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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